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Sometimes you just have to learn lessons the hard way in Disney World.
Disney’s Old Key West
Over the years, I’ve made countless mistakes in Disney World — from forgetting to pack a phone charger in my park bag to losing belongings on rides to choosing restaurants that were definitely not right for me. But each time I’ve made a mistake in Disney World, I’ve learned a valuable lesson. And today, I’m here to warn you about a “shortcut” I once tried!
What if there were secret MAPS to help you escape Disney World crowds?!
Magic Kingdom
The parks can get seriously crowded, especially during holidays, school breaks, or the summertime. And during those days, we often find ourselves looking for shortcuts to avoid those packed main walkways. Today, we’re sharing some helpful maps that will guide you to the best secret pathways to avoid crowds!
Getting around Magic Kingdom efficiently is almost an art form.
Magic Kingdom
With crowds, long wait times, and the sheer size of the park, every minute counts—especially when you’re trying to squeeze in as many rides and snacks as possible. The good news is that there are a few time-saving shortcuts that can help you navigate the park faster and avoid some of the biggest bottlenecks. Whether it’s skipping a long transportation line or taking a lesser-known pathway, these shortcuts might be able to save you 15 minutes (or more!) so that you can just focus on all the fun.
It is no secret that you do a lot of walking when visiting Disney World.
Walking through EPCOT
While it is good to get those steps in, we like to take shortcuts around the parks to help us save a few steps and also take a break. If you are visiting EPCOT, it can be a long walk to get from Spaceship Earth to the World Showcase, especially if you are visiting a country in the middle like the American Adventure. There is actually a way that you can save some steps between World Showcase, and we feel that not many people realize that they can take this shortcut!
There are TONS of shortcuts in Disney World that you might not know about!
Spaceship Earth
From pathways inside the parks to hidden sidewalks that take you around your resort, we’ve learned quite a few of the little shortcuts in Disney World over the years. And today, we’re here to remind you about a sneaky MONORAIL shortcut!
As someone who visits Disney World multiple times a week, one of my favorite activities might SURPRISE you.
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort
I spend a lot of time in the theme parks, but some of my favorite days of work are when I get to visit and walk around the Disney World hotels! The peaceful atmosphere mid-day, the fun theming, and the beautiful walking trails all make hotel hopping so much fun for me. And as a frequent hotel visitor, there is something I’m waiting for with bated breath!
We’re in the Disney World parks every. Single. Day.
Magic Kingdom
When you’re visiting the parks that often, you’re bound to figure out quite a few hidden secrets. And since the parks are usually pretty crowded, we’re always on the lookout for shortcuts and pathways that keep us away from the masses. We’ve amassed quite a list of park shortcuts, and today we’re sharing that list with you!
Let us set the scene. You have exactly five minutes before your Lightning Lane for TRON Lightcycle / Run expires, and you’re still on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom. Uh-oh! Time to hustle.
Welcome to the Magic Kingdom!
Of course, you can’t actually RUN through the park, so instead, you pick up the pace into fast-walk-foot-shuffle mode, a.k.a. “I need to get to TRON, but there’s a sea of people in my way, and it’s not socially acceptable to run through Magic Kingdom.” You know the move — we’ve all been there. Luckily, there is one handy dandy shortcut that never fails to SAVE the day.
MagicBands can be incredibly useful. You can link your ticket to them and simply use it to scan into the theme parks. You can also use them to pay for items in the parks or even get into your hotel room. But, did you know you can make your MagicBand control your iPhone?
Germany MagicBand
It’s true! We’re sharing a step-by-step guide with you today so you can add a little magic to your iPhone experience. You’re wearing your MagicBand at home to feel like you’re in Disney World anyway, why not make it functional too?
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